Overview
Transform your Tamiya CW-01 chassis with the Fastrax Aluminium Body Mounts, a premium hop-up upgrade designed to enhance the performance and durability of your RC crawler. Whether you're a seasoned RC enthusiast running a Tamiya Lunch Box or Midnight Pumpkin, or you're exploring the world of RC vehicles in the UK, these aluminium body mounts offer a substantial improvement over standard plastic components. As an essential tune-up option part for the CW-01 chassis platform, these mounts deliver the quality and precision engineering that Fastrax is renowned for amongst the RC community.
The Fastrax Aluminium Body Mounts are engineered to provide superior rigidity and longevity compared to factory plastic alternatives. By upgrading your chassis with these durable hop-up parts, you're investing in better vehicle stability, improved handling characteristics, and reduced flex during aggressive driving or challenging terrain. For RC car enthusiasts in the UK looking to maximise the potential of their Tamiya platform, these aluminium mounts represent a cost-effective way to elevate your setup without breaking the bank. The mounting points are precisely manufactured to ensure perfect fitment with your CW-01 chassis, guaranteeing a hassle-free installation experience.
Available in a pack of four, these body mounts are the ideal solution for anyone serious about extracting maximum performance from their Tamiya Lunch Box or Midnight Pumpkin. Whether you're bashing at weekends or tackling challenging off-road courses, upgrading to these professional-grade aluminium components will make an immediate and noticeable difference to your driving experience.
Key Features
- Aluminium Construction — Manufactured from high-grade aluminium alloy, these body mounts provide superior strength and rigidity compared to plastic factory components, resulting in less chassis flex and more responsive handling during driving.
- Pack of Four — The set includes four body mounts, providing complete coverage for all mounting points on your CW-01 chassis and ensuring balanced weight distribution across the vehicle frame.
- CW-01 Chassis Compatibility — These mounts are specifically engineered to fit the Tamiya CW-01 platform, offering perfect fitment with popular models including the Tamiya Lunch Box and Tamiya Midnight Pumpkin, both standard and special editions.
- Premium Hop-Up Quality — As an official Fastrax option part, these body mounts meet the exacting standards expected by RC enthusiasts and are designed to integrate seamlessly with your existing setup without modification.
- Durability Enhancement — Aluminium resists deformation and bending far better than plastic, significantly extending the lifespan of your body mounts and reducing the need for frequent replacement even under heavy use.
- Improved Chassis Stability — The rigid construction of aluminium mounts minimises unwanted movement and flex in the chassis frame, translating directly to improved vehicle control, predictable handling, and better overall performance characteristics.
Technical Performance
The Fastrax Tamiya CW-01 Aluminium Body Mounts represent a significant engineering upgrade for your RC crawler platform. Constructed from precision-machined aluminium alloy, these four mounts deliver measurably superior performance compared to the plastic alternatives found on stock vehicles. The material choice is critical — aluminium provides approximately three times the rigidity of standard plastic body mounts whilst maintaining a minimal weight penalty, meaning you get better chassis control without sacrificing your vehicle's power-to-weight ratio. The manufacturing process ensures tight tolerances and consistent quality across all four mounts, guaranteeing even weight distribution and balanced handling. Installation is straightforward, designed to be a direct bolt-on replacement for factory mounts on any Tamiya CW-01 chassis variant, including the Tamiya Lunch Box, Tamiya Lunch Box Black Edition, Tamiya Midnight Pumpkin, Tamiya Midnight Pumpkin Metallic Special, Tamiya X-SA Midnight Pumpkin Black Edition, and Tamiya Midnight Pumpkin Black Edition models. The upgrade directly addresses one of the primary weaknesses in stock plastic-mount setups — frame flex — which can negatively impact steering response, cornering stability, and overall driving precision. By eliminating this flex, these mounts allow your CW-01's suspension and drivetrain to work more efficiently, translating into noticeably improved performance across all terrain types. Whether you're driving on rocky trails, muddy ground, or tarmac courses, you'll experience more consistent handling and better vehicle feedback.
What's in the Box
- Four Fastrax Aluminium Body Mounts
Frequently Asked Questions
- Will these Fastrax aluminium body mounts fit my Tamiya Lunch Box or Midnight Pumpkin? — Yes, these mounts are specifically designed for the Tamiya CW-01 chassis and are fully compatible with all variants of the Tamiya Lunch Box (including the Black Edition) and Tamiya Midnight Pumpkin (including the Metallic Special and Black Edition versions). They are a direct replacement for the factory plastic mounts and require no modification for installation.
- Why should I upgrade from plastic to aluminium body mounts? — Aluminium body mounts offer three main advantages over plastic: they are significantly more rigid (reducing unwanted chassis flex), they are far more durable and resist bending or deformation during aggressive driving, and they improve overall vehicle handling and stability by providing a more solid mounting platform for your body and chassis components. For RC enthusiasts in the UK who regularly use their vehicles, this is one of the most cost-effective and impactful upgrades available.
- Are these body mounts suitable for beginners? — Absolutely. These mounts are an ideal first upgrade for anyone new to the hobby of RC vehicles. They're simple to install, requiring only basic tools and no technical knowledge, and the performance improvement is immediately noticeable. Beginners will appreciate how much more stable and responsive their vehicle becomes after installation.
- How difficult is it to install these body mounts? — Installation is very straightforward. The mounts are designed as a direct replacement for factory components and simply bolt onto your existing CW-01 chassis using the same mounting points. Most users can complete the upgrade in under 15 minutes using only basic socket or wrench tools. No drilling, modification, or specialist knowledge is required.
- What is the difference between these Fastrax aluminium mounts and standard plastic factory mounts? — The primary differences are material composition and performance. Fastrax aluminium mounts are machined from high-grade alloy and deliver superior rigidity, durability, and precision compared to injection-moulded plastic factory mounts. The aluminium construction prevents flex and deformation during driving, resulting in improved handling, faster response times, and a notably more enjoyable driving experience. The investment is minimal compared to the performance gain.
- Will these mounts work with other RC models or chassis? — These mounts are specifically engineered for the Tamiya CW-01 chassis platform and are not compatible with other chassis types. They are designed exclusively for models built on the CW-01 platform, which includes the Tamiya Lunch Box series and Tamiya Midnight Pumpkin series.
- What tools do I need to install these body mounts? — You'll need only basic hand tools — a socket set, wrench set, or Allen key set that matches the fasteners on your specific CW-01 model. Most installations can be completed with tools you likely already have if you're an RC enthusiast. No power tools are required.
Why Buy from RC Model Shop?
RC Model Shop is a trusted UK RC retailer and authorised dealer for all the brands we stock, including Traxxas, ARRMA, Losi, FTX, Hobbywing, Spektrum and more. Based in Walsall, we have a physical store where customers are welcome to come in, view products and purchase in store. Whether you are a seasoned competitor, a weekend basher, or just discovering the world of RC for the first time, our team of experienced RC enthusiasts is here to help you find the perfect setup and provide ongoing support. Order the FASTRAX TAMIYA CW-01 ALUMINIUM BODY MOUNTS (4) FTTA125B today with confidence, knowing you are buying from an authorised retailer with genuine products, expert knowledge and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Shop online or visit us in Walsall — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.
- Brand: Fastrax
- Model Number: FTTA125B
- EAN: 5056135760277
- Product Type: Aluminium Body Mounts
- Quantity: 4 mounts
- Material: Aluminium alloy
- Chassis Compatibility: Tamiya CW-01
- Compatible Models: Tamiya Lunch Box (58347), Tamiya Lunch Box No ESC (58347B), Tamiya Lunch Box Black Edition (58546), Tamiya Midnight Pumpkin Metallic Special (58365), Tamiya X-SA Midnight Pumpkin Black Edition CW-01 (46705), Tamiya Midnight Pumpkin Black Edition CW-01 (58547)
- Tune-Up Type: Chassis upgrade
- Installation: Direct bolt-on replacement for factory plastic mounts
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